A VOLUNTEER charity worker says he would “do anything” for the hospice which cared for his dying wife.

Phil Kendall paid glowing tribute to Manorlands, where his soulmate Jan spent several weeks and her final hours.

He is now urging people to support the Oxenhope Sue Ryder hospice, which relies on voluntary contributions to maintain its services. Mr Kendall said: “Jan was suffering from in a lot of pain and was in and out of hospital about 27 times but after a few days of going into in Manorlands she was totally pain free.” said Mr Kendall, 71, who works with the Soldiers Sailors & Airmen’s Families Association in Keighley.

“Everybody, from the lady who comes round with the tea to the specialists, was absolutely fantastic. They are a special breed.

“It wasn’t just the way they looked after Jan, but the support they gave to me and the whole family.”

Mrs Kendall was diagnosed with lung cancer after she was sent for x-rays following an asthma check-up at Kilmeny Surgery, Ingrow.

“She was a wonderful person and hugely popular. There was a massive turnout at Oakworth Crematorium for her funeral and over £600 was collected for Manorlands,” said Mr Kendall.

People can support the hospice by taking part in its fundraising events, organising their own or donating.

Also, volunteers are needed to help with a variety of roles.

Visit sueryder.org/Manorlands or call 01535 642308 for further details.